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Many graphic designers dream of landing big-name corporate clients and designing logos and artwork that will appear in international venues. Most, however, overlook a source of ready cash-flow right at their fingertips.

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Chances are you have some fans of your artwork. You may be posting designs on DeviantArt or Flickr, and have gathered a following. So why not tap into that market? People love original, unique art. You can offer your original prints for sale through DeviantArt, but why stop there? People love art, but they need practical, every-day objects like mugs, tee-shirts and hats.

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Sites like CafePress make it easy to increase both your bottom line and your visibility.  Not only can you turn a tidy profit by running a CafePress shop, linking it to your blog or website offers potential clients a look at how your designs can be used to promote their products.

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CafePress offers over 250 products to be customized with your art. You earn commissions on every sale, and their forums offer chances to learn from successful shop owners. Best of all? A CafePress storefront is customizable, easy to use and free. It doesn’t get much better than that.

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Get started with your own CafePress account today, and start earning income on your designs.